Nintendo's New Releases for 2025 Not Limited to Just the Switch 2

Nintendo's latest financial report reveals ambitious plans to expand its iconic IPs in 2025. This includes exciting game releases and a significant push into theme park experiences. Let's dive into the details.

Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases in 2025 Financial Report

The report confirms several first-party titles launching in 2025. Donkey Kong Country Returns HD arrives on January 16th, followed by Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on March 20th. While Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond are also slated for release this year, precise dates remain unannounced.

Further announcements are expected during a Nintendo Direct presentation airing Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025. The exact broadcast time will be shared later via the official Nintendo website and social media channels. While the focus is likely on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans eagerly anticipate potential reveals or teases of new Switch 2 exclusives.

Hands-On with the Nintendo Switch 2 Before Launch

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is also set for release in 2025, likely in the latter half of the year. To build excitement, Nintendo is hosting in-person "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" events at 15 locations worldwide, including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam, starting in April. While registration for many locations has closed, waitlists are available. Applications for the Japan events remain open until February 20th JST. For more details on event locations and registration, see our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.

Super Nintendo World Expands to Orlando

Expanding its IP reach beyond video games, Nintendo is opening a new Super Nintendo World theme park at Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, on May 22nd, 2025. This will be the second Super Nintendo World location in the US, following the debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. The Orlando park will feature iconic environments from Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country. While a 2025 launch is planned for a Super Nintendo World location in Universal Studios Singapore, further details are pending.